Head to head
Kubota K008-5 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 546kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,875kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 546kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 3,875kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota K008-5 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 975kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 7.6kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 1,720mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Kubota K008-5, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 546kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,875kg
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota K008-5 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 546kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,875kg. The Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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